Formed into or participated in a clique; excluded others from a social group.
From 'clique' (a small exclusive group) + '-ed' (past tense marker). 'Clique' comes from French 'clique,' possibly from 'cliquer' meaning 'to click.'
The word 'clique' might actually come from the sound of a latch clicking shut—perfect for a group that closes out everyone else! It's very satisfying that the word's origin matches its meaning.
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